Original-Owner 1975 Porsche 914 1.8
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1975 Porsche 914 1.8 Engine Bay Close Up
Description
OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE
The very first Porsche in 1948 was a mid-engine sports car and in 1969 the company introduced an entry-level successor in the same configuration dubbed the 914. By the late 1960s, inflation and currency issues had forced Porsche so far up market (above the magic $10,000 mark for a highly optioned 911 S) that they saw the need for a new four-cylinder entry-level car. The answer was a highly successful collaboration with Volkswagen and Karosserie Karmann.
This 1975 914 1.8 has had the same owner from new who purchased it from Travale Porsche-Audi in Stockton, California on 21 January 1975. Originally Forest Green (now resprayed Mason Green) with a matching interior, powered by the 95 horsepower 1.8-liter flat four, its superb handling and fine brakes make it easy to see how one owner could cherish it for so long. While always garaged, years of ownership in Nevada’s dry climate have helped preserve its mostly original condition. Displaying the lovely patina of driving enjoyment, this one owner Porsche 914 is ready to start a new chapter.
Highlights
Original owner 1975 Porsche 914 1.8
1,795 cc flat-four engine producing 95 horsepower at 4,900 rpm
Five-speed manual transmission
Converted from fuel injection to EMPI HPMX carburetors
Resprayed DuPont IFA Mason Green
The chassis number (4752903794) decodes as:
475 29 – 1975 914
03794 – Serial number
The Karmann body number (4249122) decodes as:
42 – 42nd week
4 – Thursday
9 – Karosserie Karmann
122 – 122nd car built that day
Offered with 28,522 miles showing; however, the odometer had been replaced in 1999 at 85,000 miles. As a result, the true mileage is unknown
Features
The engine was rebuilt by noted Porsche specialist Carl’s Place, Las Vegas, Nevada, in 1999
Seat upholstery replaced in 2023
Maintenance includes:
New clutch
New shift bushings
New pushrod seals
New valve cover gaskets
Aftermarket Pioneer AM/FM/CD radio
Removable targa top roof
Factory tinted glass
Front and rear storage compartments
Aftermarket Pioneer AM/FM/CD radio
Four-wheel disc brakes
Known Imperfections
A rear window leak years ago caused an area of rust underneath in passenger rear wheel well
Small oil leak from gearbox shift shaft seal (parts included)
Minor paint blemishes
Included
Replacement shifter shaft seals
Porsche 914 Owner’s Manual
Assorted Porsche 914 service manuals
Factory jack
Ownership History
This 1975 Porsche 914 1.8 was purchased from Travale Porsche-Audi in Stockton, California, on 21 January 1975. Later that year it drove across the Bonneville Salt Flats, then in 1976 up the Alcan Highway where it stayed in the Anchorage area for 17 years. Thirty-one years ago, the Porsche followed its owners from Anchorage to Las Vegas where it has been ever since.
Additional Notes
This 1975 Porsche 914 1.8 was offered on Hagerty Auctions June 2024. You can view the previous listing here. The winning bidder failed to follow through on their commitment to purchase the vehicle. This was not due to any faults of the vehicle or the seller.